Madagascar is home to countless endemic species of flora and fauna and has some truly incredible scenery. We visit the primary forest at Perinet, where we hope to see the rare Indri, Madagascar’s largest lemur, as well as some of Madagascar’s unusual nocturnal wildlife. We also visit thousand year old trees at the famous Alley of Baobabs at sunset. A real highlight of the trip is the time spent trekking in the Tsingy of Bemaraha - home to unique wildlife and magnificent scenery.

Itinerary

We drive to Andasibe in the afternoon, through the green and luxuriant vegetation of the east. This first step brings us to the humid part of the country with many primary forests and lakes. Along the way we will see Merina villages in the rocky mountains.See more images and videos

Today we spend a half day in the park. The park is home to the teddy bear-like Indri, the largest of Madagascar's lemur species, as well as other forms of flora and fauna and a wide array of bird life. Listening to the piercing yet melancholy cry of the Indri in the morning is an evocative experience and for those who are prepared to follow them through the thick rainforest, the reward is often a close-up view of these beautiful creatures. A group of five Diademed sifaka have recently been re-introduced to Andasibe from Mantadia, and if we are lucky, we may spot one of these unusual creatures. In the afternoon, we visit the Vakona Lemur island where we will have close encounters with the species of lemurs. In the evening we take a twilight/night walk, looking out for the nocturnal species of lemur as the torchlights pass by their eyes.See more images and videos

4Day 4Return to Antananarivo.

Today we return to Madagascar’s capital, known simply as 'Tana' to the locals. On the way we visit the Peyeiras Centre in Mandraka which houses an outstanding collection of butterflies, chameleons and frogs. In the afternoon we take a short city tour of Tana. Built around Anosy Lake, Tana offers much of interest with a backdrop of terracing and outstanding views from the Queen's Palace.See more images and videos

5Day 5Fly to Morondava; visit Alley of Baobabs and Kirindy reserve.

We depart early today to catch a flight west to the coastal town of Morondava, known for having one of the finest climates in Madagascar. This afternoon, we will visit the famous ‘Alley of Baobabs’. Then we drive to Kirindy dry forest reserve where we overnight.See more images and videos

6Day 6Drive to Bekopaka, with a visit to Kirindy dry forest reserve.

Today we visit the Kirindy reserve, which is home to the giant jumping rat, seven lemur species, the rare flat-tailed tortoise as well as the side-necked turtle which is Madagascar's only fresh water turtle. Then we drive to Bekopaka. We travel past baobab forests, desert and cross the Tsiribihina river by local ferry boat. The western landscape is arid but has a beauty all of its own.See more images and videos

We depart early this morning to the amazing Grands Tsingy. A UNESCO world heritage site since 1990, the area has unique geography, well-preserved mangrove forests and some amazing bird and lemur species. The Grands Tsingy is famed for its pinnacles, a forest of limestone pillars. Some of its needles are several hundred metres high! The karst landscape and deciduous forest are a refuge for rare and endangered species and in the park there are over 11 species of lemur, 90 species of bird and 50 types of reptile, some of which we might be lucky to spot on our hikes. Please note that while our time in this area is a real highlight of this tour for most, those suffering from vertigo and claustrophobia may find some parts of the walks here quite challenging. There are places where we will go through caves as well as through narrow chasms; harnesses are used for the more challenging parts of the climb for safety reasons, and you should be prepared for this.
In the afternoon we will head back to Bekopaka and relax at the hotel or enjoy a swim at the hotel pool.See more images and videos

8Day 84WD to Morondava; sunset at 'Alley of Baobabs'.

After breakfast we will head back south by 4WD vehicles to Morondava. We will pass by the Sakalava tribe tombs along the way – specially known for the very unusual paintings and carvings that decorate the outside of each tomb. We will stop at the famous ‘Alley of Baobabs’ again where we plan to spend sunset. This is the best time to see these amazing trees as the colours at this time of day are spectacular, making for a perfect photo opportunity. After sunset we spend the night in Morondava.See more images and videos

9Day 9Drive to Antsirabe.

Today is a long travel day through the fascinating scenery of Betsiriry plateaux, some plains of savannah, and intercepted by some villages. We arrive at our destination at sunset. Antsirabe is at an altitude of 1500m and so has a cooler climate. The warm springs and thermal baths here were a real draw in the 19th century.See more images and videos

10Day 10Drive to Ranomafana.

This morning we depart early. We do a short Rickshaw tour on the Independence avenue then do a sightseeing of Antsirabe. From here we continue to drive to Ranomafana. Parc National de Ranomafana (approximately 40,000ha), with its rain forested hills and abundant wildlife, has long been considered one of Madagascar’s highlights, and is one of the most heavily visited of the country’s national parks. Its entrance lies about 7km from Ranomafana village. Altitudes in the park range from 800m to 1200m. In addition to its densely forested hills, Ranomafana’s terrain is characterised by numerous small streams, which plummet down to the beautiful Namorona River. Although much of the region has been logged, the easternmost part of the park retains relatively large areas of primary forest. The evening is spent on a night walk along the roads in the hope of spotting some of the nocturnal lemurs, chameleons and other animals.See more images and videos

An early start so we can spend the morning exploring Ranomafana Nationa park before we begin our drive to Ranohira. The scenery changes dramatically as we head to the small town of Ranohira, a journey of approximately 9 hours. We stop in Ambalavao to visit Anja park along the way - a small reserve where several families of Ring-tailed lemurs may be seen in the wild.See more images and videos

12Day 12Full day trek in Isalo N.P.

We spend the day exploring Isalo National Park. Isalo is a vast region of wind-polished and water-scoured rock towers, deep canyons, gorges and oases often described as Eden. During our time we will go walking in the magnificent Canyon des Makis in search of cheeky Ring-tailed lemurs and the Verreaux's Sifaka. We also visit the 'Piscine Naturelle' (natural swimming pool), a beautifully lush spot in such an arid landscape, where we can swim and relax. Perhaps the magic is just to soak up the sheer beauty of the park, the combination of coloured eroded rock forms, strange plants and enveloping silence make this one of the most captivating places in Madagascar. (Please bear in mind that Isalo is a big national park and there will be a certain amount of driving involved today. Driving to the Canyon des Makis takes around 1.5 - 2 hours).See more images and videos

13Day 13To west coast and beaches; overnight in Ifaty.

We drive to Tulear, among the dry forests of the west and the spiny desert of the south, and we pass both the 'Mahafaly tombs' and the 'Antandroy tombs', briefly observing their ornate decorations. Antandroy and Mahafaly are reputed to be the most impressive of all Malagasy tombs, with the Antandroy tombs being large and brightly painted, relating to the life story and wishes of the deceased. They are also topped with zebu skulls which were sacrificed during the funeral festivity - a ceremony of great significance. Mahafaly tombs are characterized by their wooden sculptures known as 'Aloalo', relating to the life of the deceased and their unfulfilled dreams, as well as their rank within the clan. After a brief stop in Tulear, we continue to the coastal town of Ifaty.See more images and videos

14Day 14Free time for relaxation or optional activities at Ifaty beach.

Today we transfer to Tulear airport for our flight to Antananarivo. Depending on the flight schedule, you may have the afternoon free to explore Antananarivo on our own. Our trip ends in the evening in Antananarivo. Those on the group flights will be transferred to the airport in the late evening for the early morning flight to London.See more images and videos

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Adult Group

This is a small group adult holiday. The group is usually between 4 and 16 in size, with an average of 12 like-minded clients booking individually, in a couple or as friends together.

Activity level

You are reasonably fit, enjoy the outdoors and are looking for some exercise. Some previous experience is preferable for activity based trips.

What's included

What's included

All breakfasts

All accommodation (see below)

All transport and listed activities

Tour leader/support staff throughout

Flights from London (if booking incl. flights)

What's not included

Travel insurance

Single accommodation (available on request)

Visas or vaccinations

Accommodation details

Hotels

You will spend 14 nights in tourist class hotels with en suite facilities throughout the trip. The hotels are simple but comfortable.

Please note that although all the hotels are said to have a reliable electricity and water supply there may be instances in which you experience some gaps in supply - this is more a reflection of life in Madagascar than the standard of the hotel.

Single supplement is available and the price is 450GBP.

Essential info

Vaccinations and Visa
Visas are required for entry to Madagascar. 30-day tourist visas may be obtained at the airport on arrival. If obtaining a visa at the airport, you should ensure that an entry stamp is recorded in your passport. The visa fee is currently suspended.
There are no mandatory vaccination requirements. Recommended vaccinations are: Polio, Tetanus, Diphtheria, Typhoid, Hepatitis A. Malaria prophylaxis is essential and we suggest that you seek advice from your GP or travel health clinic about which malaria tablets to take. Dengue fever is a known risk in places visited. It is a tropical viral disease spread by daytime biting mosquitoes. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available for Dengue, and therefore the best form of prevention is to avoid being bitten. We recommend you take the usual precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Holiday style

Madagascar is a rewarding destination with its wealth of flora and fauna, however, before you decide to travel, we would highlight the following issues for you to consider:

Travelling by vehicle in Madagascar can be uncomfortable as some of the road quality varies. Please read our travelling conditions for more information. We do have some longer drives but the diverse scenery more than makes up for time spent on the bus. We break up our road journeys with stops to visit villages, to take photos and to stretch our legs.

Parts of Madagascar are mountainous. There are some great walks but you do need to be prepared to walk in hilly surroundings for periods of up to four hours. The trails are fairly gentle in Perinet but steeper in all of the other national parks. We include a visit to the UNESCO site of the Tsingy of Bemaraha with some stunning scenery and wildlife. This area is however quite remote and you should come prepared for this. Those suffering from vertigo and claustrophobia may find some parts of the walks in this area quite challenging.

Madagascar is one of the world's poorest countries and a degree of flexibility and improvisation is required at times. The tourist infrastructure in Madagascar is still new and some services are limited. It is not unusual for there to be changes to accommodation or internal flights and for this reason, the order of the itinerary (but not the content) may sometimes have to be changed. However, what tourism does exist is of a pleasantly good standard and you may be impressed by the level of services in some of the places we stay.

Eating & drinking

All breakfasts included.

The food in Madagascar is generally of a good quality, particularly so at the coast where the seafood is excellent. The cuisine has been strongly influenced by the French and a three-course meal should cost 9-13 GBP (approx. USD 16-23). A one-course lunch should cost 4-6 GBP (approx. USD 7-11).

Please allow approx. 220 GBP (approx. USD 375) for the meals not included, plus a little more if you enjoy a drink with dinner! Malagasy lager is reasonably priced and easily available. Malagasy wine is also reasonably priced but is not to everyone's taste. It is sometimes possible to get hold of French or South African wine. A delicacy in Madagascar is the various flavoured Rum's which are widely sold and very reasonably priced.

Please note that if you eat neither fish nor meat, your food options will be rather limited (i.e. omelette, cheese, pasta, vegetables and rice) on this trip.

Breakfasts are usually simple, offering a baguette, Jam and coffee or tea. You may wish to bring something to supplement your morning meal (e.g spread, peanut butter etc).

Trip notes

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detailed itinerary and full kit list

Weather & seasonality

Madagascar has a tropical climate with two seasons - rainy and dry. The driest season extends from April to October. It can be cold on the central plateau (including Antananarivo) in the evenings, and in the rainforest areas, so you should bring warm clothes (fleece and waterproof). There is considerable regional variation but coastal areas will normally be very hot and dry. Expect daytime in the shade temperatures up to 38degC from October-December and up to 30degC during the trips running from April-June and September.

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This was a brilliant trip which covered a huge amount of territory and exposed us to many different types of landscape and countryside. There were some very long drives but they were fascinating and comfortable and there were plenty of opportunities to get out and stretch our legs. The accommodation was better than expected and in places absolutely lovely, and generally the food was very good, although the breakfasts were sometimes less than appealing. It was easy to buy good South African wine almost everywhere for dinner, and cold beer was available everywhere. We saw much more wildlife and far more lemurs of many different varieties than I had expected, and there were many good photo opportunities.

What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

Waking up to the sound of the Indris on the first morning and seeing them like giant teddy bears later that morning in the forest. Also going to Lemur Island and having the chance to be very close to the lemurs and feel how soft their hands and fur was and they were so gentle, absolutely delightful creatures. Achieving the climb up the Grands Tsingy was a huge achievement for me as I am terrified of heights and was very scared of the bridge, but I managed it with the help of one of the guides. It was an exhausting but very special day. The Isalo canyon was also amazing, and all the walks in the National Parks were wonderful. The kids were lovely and the people in general were beautiful, warm and friendly and seemed genuinely pleased to see us.

What did you think of your group leader?

Armel was very capable and versatile, and able to deal with any problems. He was one step ahead at any time, and when one of our group injured her foot he made arrangements for her to have a special guide to do alternative short walks when we were doing long treks, which was very thoughtful. He also made sure that the people who were prone to travel sickness sat near the front of the bus because there were some very bumpy and bendy roads and organised a lady to come and give us a massage at the Lodge before we went on the Isalo walk, which was great because we were still stiff from the Tsingy. He organised lots of little treats out of the kitty and generally did everything he could to make this a great trip for us. A really good leader.

Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

If you can manage to go shopping in Tulear then do it because it is much better than Tana or anywhere else we stopped. Lots of really good value raffia wares and artwork as well as other touristy things. Be really careful about what you eat and drink and be very aware of hand hygiene as most of us came down with tummy troubles at some point in the trip. Take appropriate medication for diarrhoea and stomach cramps. Although we were warned about anti-malarials, if you take proper precautions with mosquito repellent it seemed that you were unlikely to be bitten. Neither my friend nor I were bitten at all throughout the trip. Keep a couple of small water bottles for the long walks rather than one big one, they are easier to carry. Take a sarong or something like that as a cover up when you are walking, You can put it over your head, over your arms or use it to pad your backpack so it doesn't rub.

Is there anything else you would like to add?

This is a really great trip - what more can I say. Lemurs are wonderful, chameleons are bizarre, and Madagascar itself is an amazing, diverse and fascinating country. If they can manage to pull the economy together and improve the infrastructure it will be a miracle, but one that I personally hope they can pull off. Despite all the difficulties in getting around, this country is worth supporting in so many different ways, but the main way we can help is by tourism.

I was in a group of twelve on the 4 September 2014 trip, led by a very popular Malagasy guide (favourably referred to in many reviews) whose very long name was conveniently shortened to "Sol". Weather at this time of year turned out to be mainly very good - not over-hot in the later stages of the trip. Unfortunately, our first few days in the rain forest were pretty damp - it rained non-stop. This did not prevent us seeing any of the wildlife but some of the initial photos inevitably reflected the difficulty of taking them.

Occasionally, as in the Kirindi reserve, the lemurs are habituated to humans and, if you sit quietly, one troupe will come and mingle - especially if you give them some water. (Don't touch their tails!) Others stick to the high trees and are often frustratingly difficult to photograph because so many branches and twigs get in the way.

After the rain forest we flew back to Antananarivo ("Tana") and, thereafter until the last day, all travel was by road. Apart from splitting the group into four 4WDs for the Tsingy excursion, all driving was in a smallish bus. The bus was reasonably comfortable and air-conditioned but we rarely felt the need for the A/C as long as the fan was on. There are a lot of long driving days but the roads on the circular part of the tour are all pretty good and, if you want to see the country properly, there is really no alternative. Sol made sure we had plenty of stops so the experience was fine for most of us - if not all.

The road up to the Tsingy was a different matter and was in serious need of improvement. It will probably get this before too long - graders were already in evidence and tourists will wonder what the fuss was about within a couple of years. Ferry crossings were slow and inefficient but provided a good opportunity to chill out.

The worst length of dirt road is probably between Tulear and the hotel north of Ifaty. This requires a lot of patience and will probably not be upgraded anytime soon.

Hotels were, as indicated by previous reviews, surprisingly good and pretty clean for the most part. For those who cannot get away from their phones or tablets Wi-Fi is available at most of them - if only in Reception. Electricity is sometimes rationed (e.g. 7-10pm only) and room lighting usually leaves a lot to be desired. One "tented" camp was a bit basic but perfectly acceptable. Meals were good - although menus were not particularly varied. If you like Zebu steak and chips you will enjoy this trip a lot. That said some of the fish is excellent and I had one meal of lobster which was greatly enjoyed. Desserts are mainly fruit so it is difficult to over-indulge too much.

As regards health issues I was lucky - being on antibiotics for a pre-holiday infection. I suspect this protected me because everybody else had tummy troubles during the first week, although nobody seemed much under the weather for more than a day or two. Few mosquitos were in evidence - even in the rain forest. I took great care to smother myself in DEET throughout the trip and only relaxed the regime when we returned to Tana at the end - when, inevitably, I suffered several bites.

The Tsingy is a strange area of pinnacles and extremely sharp rocks. It is well worth seeing and the climbing element is worth experiencing (not for the faint-hearted but not onerous). We had no problems but it is probably worth making sure that your insurance covers helicopter evacuation (assuming a helicopter is actually available - which may not be the case). To my surprise the scenery on our later circular route did not vary very much - rolling brown/yellow hills with scrub and lots of little square houses. (I had been expecting mountains but we only saw them from a distance in the south). Others have commented on the "slash and burn" approach to agriculture and the deforestation evident, with all the wildlife under threat and confined to reserves. Whilst there is a lot of truth to these observations I felt that most of the scenery we saw had probably not changed much for many years. That said, the change will probably accelerate in the near future so now is a good time to go. Baobabs are nearly everywhere on the west coast and you will get baobabbed out!

Tana has some interesting areas and the older buildings on the central escarpment (where the wealthy live) could almost be from an old European town. The lake in the centre of the city is a disgrace - being widely (and openly) used as a latrine and the smell is offputting.

Baobab alley was good - although the locals tend to congregate there a lot (some with herds of Zebu) and there were comments to the effect that they spoiled the pictures! Sadly we didn't get a decent sunset there. Others may be luckier.

I think now is a very good time to see Madagascar. Tourism, whilst increasing, has not yet taken off and one does not get pestered to buy souvenirs to anything like the irritating extent one does in so many other countries.
I think I would still recommend seeing Ethiopia first but this was a good and enjoyable trip and can safely be recommended.

What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

The day-long trek in Isola park (including a swim in a natural pool) was exactly the right length and gave us a morning in a shady canyon and a hot walk in the afternoon finished off with a nice swim. I wouldn't say this was inspirational but the scenery was occasionally spectacular and it was a very enjoyable day.

What did you think of your group leader?

Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

If you want to take photos of lemurs in the tree tops you will obviously need an up-to-date camera with plenty of zoom capability. (I found 20x was sufficient for the most part but could have done with more.) The nocturnal walks also demand flash and anti-shake technology. A waterproof camera could well be useful in the rain forest.

Walking around in the cities (especially Tana) is dangerous - not so much from attention by the locals but because there are a lot of cars and they all seem to be parked on the pavement/sidewalk so you have to venture into the road risking life and limb. Take care! There is no particular problem outside the cities.

Depending on when you travel it is probably worth taking water-proofs and/or a folding umbrella.

Mosquito nets are often provided - but not always when they are needed (like in Tana). It is still worth taking your own wedge net.

The exchange rate means that changing the recommended £400 at the outset means you get a brick of notes. After you have contributed to the tips kitty you will need somewhere to carry this securely. There are very few places where reliable ATMs can be found (e.g. there is a good one in Tulear) so doing a large change at the airport on the first day is the best way.

There are still surprisingly few places to buy souvenirs. You will find a few stalls around Baobab alley and at Kirindi but the only other good opportunities are at stops at shops after Andisirabe and in Tulear (where there is a shell market).

More excursions are available than are advertised. On the last day (north of Ifaty) you will need something to do unless you like mooching around. In season, whale watching is possible (we were unlucky) but there are also snorkelling trips, wind-surfing and visits to the "Spiny Forest". Bear in mind that transport has to be organised for these. Cost for the day is unlikely to exceed £30.

Save your plastic water bottles for the local kids during the driving days - but throw them to people rather than attempting to give them to specific kids. We nearly had an accident when a kid decided to run alongside the bus in order to get hold of a proffered bottle and nearly fell under the bus wheels.

The morning gorge walk on Day 10 started early and was surprisingly cold before the sun came up. we didn't take Sol's warnings seriously and regretted it. Take a pullover and gloves.

Is there anything else you would like to add?

I understand that there may be an issue with the number of days for which a park ticket is required but the time spent in the ferry queue on the day after the Tsingy would have been a better time to take the river gorge cruise, rather than having to get up early for it the day before.

I enjoyed the variety of scenery and the wildlife, particularly the lemurs.
The group was quite small (9 of us) and we seemed to gel well with one another.

I enjoyed the food which was more adventurous than that I had in Borneo last year with another company.

What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

The lemurs ! That's what I looked forward to and I was not disappointed. I particularly enjoyed Lemur Island early on in the holiday, as the lemurs were habituated to humans and were virtually 'all over us'.
I enjoyed the Tsingy and the walk in Isalo equally.

What did you think of your group leader?

He was a good leader. Always appeared cheerful even though he possibly didn't feel it.
Most things went smoothly and he dealt with issues as they arose.

Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

The trip notes prepared us for most eventualities such as the rough roads and long drives and problems with hot water/power- I was grateful for that preparation.
If anything, I was surprised at the low-ish temperature in the east of Madagascar and could have done with taking a couple of more warm garments.

Is there anything else you would like to add?

Grace Lodge had its charm and the owner was delightful-a heater in the restaurant would have made the meal there a bit more enjoyable.

<span style="font-size: 13px;">After a childhood spent picnicking in back of a car in the rain soaked beauty spots of Britain, Andrea went in search of sunshine. She found plenty of it and much more besides. She is equally at home in mountains, beaches or cities. She has worked as a travel agent in New Zealand and as a tour leader in Indochina. Travel is her drug and she's not ready to quit.</span>

After a childhood spent picnicking in back of a car in the rain soaked beauty spots of Britain, Andrea went in search of sunshine. She found plenty of it and much more besides. She is equally at home in mountains, beaches or cities. She has worked as a travel agent in New Zealand and as a tour leader in Indochina. Travel is her drug and she's not ready to quit.

Questions about your trip

What are my chances of seeing lemurs?

Excellent! Perinet, Mantadia, Isalo & Tsingy Bemahara are all home to many species of lemur. The most common are the Ring Tailed Lemur, the Sifaka & the Indri.

Lyndal Montgomery - Sales

Is there a lot of driving around Madagascar?

There are a couple of days that are fairly long - the distance is not that great, but the roads can be slow & winding. However, the beautiful & ever changing countryside more than make up for this. The drive up to Bekopaka is also lengthy, but again, the scenery, the ferry boat trip & the reward of the amazing Tsingy Bemaraha NP at the end makes you forget the bumpy journey!

Aurelija Selvestraviciute - Customer Operations

Can I recharge camera batteries at the Madagascar hotels?

All hotels have reliable electricity and a European adaptor is required.

Lyndal Montgomery - Sales

Tips from staff who have been to Madagascar

Malaria tabletsPersonally I would say you definitely should take them. There aren't swarms of mozzies but they are present and malaria is much more likely in Africa rather than other places. I took Malarone but some people on the trip had Larium (very strong) or Doxycycline (milder). I didn't feel any side effects but I appreciate it's different for everyone.

Lemurs Yes, there are lemurs everywhere and lots of different species - don't worry about that!

SecurityI found it safe and as long as you use the same common sense you would at home, you shouldn't have any problems. In saying that, there were riots when I was there so the city tour got cancelled for everyone! I did a mini version with the leader in a car, didn't get out and walk around much, but where we did felt completely safe (and saw no rioting either!).

EquipmentBinoculars are worthwhile, if they are a decent pair. Our leader had good ones though which we passed around.

Food and drinkFood and drink were generally cheaper than the UK. The only thing I recall being pricey was wine, as it's imported from South Africa. I ate all the local food and had no problems. A couple of people did get a bad stomach for a day or so but nothing serious and fairly common when eating in a new enviroment.

TsingyWe do mention in the trip notes that Tsingy isn't suitable for those with vertigo and claustrophobia. Some people were slightly worried by that but it was also the highlight for a lot of people, myself included. You don't have to be majorly fit, just willing to push yourself a little and won't have any problems. Everyone in our group did it and had no problems. There is nothing that is dangerous, as I say, you just need to be willing to push yourself a little!

Lyndal Montgomery - Sales

Madagascar articles

Staff member Lyndal Montgomery took a trip to Madagascar recently and you can read her article here.

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